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Position Summary:

The MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials, supplies, and services required for the maintenance and operation of facilities and equipment. This role ensures timely availability of quality products at competitive prices while maintaining compliance with company policies and supplier agreements.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Procurement & Sourcing:

+ Identify and source MRO materials, tools, and services to support plant operations and maintenance.

+ Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure reliability and cost-effectiveness.

+ Negotiation & Cost Management:

+ Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with vendors.

+ Monitor market trends and implement cost-saving initiatives.

+ Inventory & Supply Management:

+ Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to forecast demand and manage inventory levels.

+ Ensure timely replenishment of critical spare parts and consumables.

+ Compliance & Documentation:

+ Maintain accurate purchase records and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

+ Prepare and review purchase orders, contracts, and supplier agreements.

+ Supplier Performance:

+ Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, delivery, and service.

+ Resolve issues related to delayed shipments, quality discrepancies, or invoicing.

Qualifications:

+ Education:

+ Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

+ Experience:

+ 2–5 years of experience in purchasing, preferably in MRO or industrial environment.

+ Skills:

+ Strong negotiation and communication skills.

+ Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

+ Knowledge of procurement best practices and inventory management.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Stoughton, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $33.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Stoughton,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 8, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.